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Turning Your SWOT Into a Strategic Plan
Nonprofit Governance & Board Leadership Morgan Carpenter Nonprofit Governance & Board Leadership Morgan Carpenter

Turning Your SWOT Into a Strategic Plan

Many nonprofit boards and leadership teams complete a SWOT analysis at some point in their organizational journey. It often appears during strategic planning retreats, board development conversations, or early-stage grant readiness work. The exercise is familiar, accessible, and relatively easy to facilitate.

The problem is that many organizations stop there.

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How to Conduct a SWOT Analysis for Your Nonprofit
Nonprofit Governance & Board Leadership Morgan Carpenter Nonprofit Governance & Board Leadership Morgan Carpenter

How to Conduct a SWOT Analysis for Your Nonprofit

A SWOT analysis is a strategic planning tool that helps organizations identify their Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats. For nonprofits, conducting a SWOT analysis provides valuable insights into your organization’s current position and helps inform decision-making, strategic planning, and resource allocation. This post will guide you through the process of conducting a SWOT analysis for your nonprofit.

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